Rage Against the Machine

Rage Against the Machine (often abbreviated as RATM or Rage) was an American rock band formed in Los Angeles, California, in 1991. The band consisted of vocalist Zack de la Rocha, bassist and backing vocalist Tim Commerford, guitarist Tom Morello, and drummer Brad Wilk. They combined elements of heavy metal, rap, punk rock, and funk with lyrics addressing anti-authoritarianism, anti-capitalism, and social justice issues. By 2010, the band had sold over 16 million records worldwide and was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2023.

Influenced by: Faith No More, Living Colour, Cypress Hill, Public Enemy

Active:

1991-2000, 2007-present

Scene:

Los Angeles

Side projects

• Audioslave
• Prophets of Rage

• Rise AgainstThu, Oct 22
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• Tom MorelloSat, Oct 3
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• Fear FactorySun, Oct 18
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• Mötley CrüeMon, Aug 3
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• Castle RatWed, Sep 23
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• BloodfestSun, Aug 30
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• Primitive WarfareSat, Aug 29
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• Ancient RageWed, Jul 29
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